Class 8 Science Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Force and Pressure

Q1: What is the scientific definition of force, and how does it relate to everyday actions like pushing and pulling?
Ans: Force is a push or pull on an object. Everyday actions like pushing and pulling are examples of forces that can change the state of motion of objects.

Q2: Explain how forces are the result of interactions between objects. Provide examples from the chapter.
Ans: Forces occur when at least two objects interact with each other. For example, when a man pushes a stationary car, the car moves due to the interaction between the man and the car.

Q3: In a tug-of-war game, how does the team that applies a larger force win? Explain the concept of net force.
Ans: The team that applies a larger force in a tug-of-war game wins because the net force on the rope is greater in their direction. Net force is the difference between the forces applied in opposite directions.

Q4: How can a force change the state of motion of an object? Provide examples from sports like football, cricket, and volleyball.
Ans: A force can change the state of motion of an object by altering its speed or direction. For instance, in football, a player's kick changes the ball's speed and direction.

Q5: Is it always necessary for the application of force to result in a change in the state of motion? Explain with examples.
Ans: No, the application of force doesn't always lead to a change in the state of motion. For example, a heavy box may not move even if a force is applied, and no effect is observed when trying to push a wall.

Q6: Describe how force can change the shape of an object. Provide real-world examples from the chapter.
Ans: Force can change the shape of an object by applying pressure. For example, pressing an inflated balloon between your palms changes its shape.

Q7: Explain the concept of contact forces and provide examples from the chapter.
Ans: Contact forces require physical contact between the object and the force applier. Muscular force is an example, where muscles push or lift an object.

Q8:  What is friction, and how does it affect the motion of objects? Provide examples of friction from daily life.
Ans: Friction is a contact force that opposes the motion of objects. It acts in the direction opposite to the object's motion. Examples include a rolling ball coming to rest due to friction with the ground.

Q9: Describe non-contact forces with examples. Explain how magnets and electrostatic charges exert forces without direct contact.
Ans: Non-contact forces, like magnetic and electrostatic forces, act without physical contact. For example, magnets can attract or repel each other from a distance.

Q10: What is gravitational force, and how does it affect objects on Earth and in the universe?
Ans: Gravitational force is an attractive force that pulls objects towards each other. It keeps objects on Earth and influences their motion in the universe.

Q11: Define pressure and explain the relationship between force and pressure. Use examples from the chapter.
Ans: Pressure is the force acting on a unit area. A smaller area with the same force results in higher pressure. For example, the pointed end of a nail exerts higher pressure.

Q12: How do liquids and gases exert pressure, and does it depend on the area of contact? Provide examples.
Ans: Liquids and gases exert pressure on surfaces, and it depends on the area of contact. For instance, water exerts pressure on the sides of a container.

Q13: Explain atmospheric pressure and its magnitude. How does atmospheric pressure affect everyday objects?
Ans: Atmospheric pressure is the pressure exerted by the air around us. It is significant, as demonstrated by the difficulty of pulling a sucker off a surface due to atmospheric pressure.

Q14: How does the concept of pressure apply to our bodies, and why don't we get crushed under atmospheric pressure?
Ans: Our bodies have internal pressure that balances the external atmospheric pressure, preventing us from being crushed.

Q15: Provide examples of forces and pressure from everyday activities that Class 8 students can relate to in their daily lives.
Ans: Students can give examples like walking (muscular force), using sharp knives (pressure), playing with magnets (magnetic force), and feeling atmospheric pressure.